God's Presence

If anyone doubts God's presence, share this... I had a very dear friend question my faith in God right after the terrorist attack on America. Her question was simply put, "Where is your God today?" She was very hurt, as all Americans were, so I tried not to react defensively. Since that moment I have prayed and grieved over the disastrous events. However, I believe I have the answer. I know where my God was the morning of September 11, 2001! He was very busy. First of all, he was trying to discourage anyone from taking this flight. Those four flights together could hold over 1000 passengers, but there was only 266 aboard. He was on 4 commercial flights giving terrified passengers the ability to stay calm. Not one of the family members who was called by a loved one on one of the high-jacked planes said that passengers were screaming in the background. On one of the flights he was giving strength to passengers to try to overtake the high-jackers. He was busy trying to create obstacles for employees at the World Trade Center. After all only around 20,000 were at the towers when the first jet hit. Since the buildings hold over 50,000 workers, this was a miracle in itself. How many of the people who were employed at the WTC told the media that they were late for work or they had traffic delays. He was holding up 2-110 story buildings so that 2/3 of the workers could get out. I was so amazed that the top of the towers didn't topple when the jets impacted. And what about how America and its people have come together in prayer for our great nation and the world. It's time we all remember where our strength comes from - GOD. He wants us to look to Him for everything, in good times and bad. This tragedy is a wake up call for the world we need to start living right, as God's people should. Although this is without a doubt the worst thing I have seen in my life, I can see God's miracles in every bit of it. I keep thinking about my friend and praying for her every chance I have. I can't imagine going through such a difficult time and not believing in God. Life would be hopeless. Thanks for letting me share this with you!

"We can't change the wind, but we can adjust our sails!" Have a Blessed Day!

Barbara A. Farmer

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When one door of happiness closes, another opens, but often we look at the closed door that we do not see the one which has been opened for us. --Helen Keller